Senior Micobiology Manager

SENIOR MICROBIOLOGY MANAGER | HERTFORDSHIRE | Competitive SalaryAn exciting clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company are currently recruiting for a Senior Microbiology Manager to join the team based in the Hertfordshire area on a permanent basis.Reporting to the Senior Director QC & Microbiology, the core function of the role will be to lead a team of Microbiologists covering a 7 day operation.

You would be responsible for the efficient provision of QC microbiology services to production and other internal / external customers.

Key responsibilities include:

Ensuring adherence to Health & Safety policies and procedures
Managing a team of Microbiologists, carrying out performance assessments, improvement and development plans
Establishing SMART objectives for team members
Managing the QC schedule, ensuring timely delivery of results
Managing workload and capacity for the team
Ensuring adequate training levels within the team
Collation and presentation of team metrics and data
Development and implementing continuous improvement projects using LEAN
Coordination of shift activities with production counterparts
Looking after the wellbeing of the team

To be considered for the role candidates must have a BSc/MSc in a Life Sciences / Microbiology-related field, along with significant experience working in a microbiology laboratory and a detailed understanding of aseptic technique and practices.

Strong leadership experience is essential, along with regulatory / inspection involvement.

In order to apply for this role please forward your CV to melissa@blackfieldassociates.com or call Melissa on +44 (0) 2392 322 306 for further details.

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